Cook based at Stones Place, Lincoln
Available Hours:
Permanent - Full TIme - 40 hours
every other weekend 4 x 10 hour shifts a week
Salary £13.85 per hour
For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.
Are you passionate about helping people? Are you warm and compassionate? Are you looking to join a company who cares for their staff? If so, we want to hear from you
Why join?
You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of residents. In addition, you will work alongside highly motivated colleagues in an environment of strong teamwork whilst also having fun. This is a hugely rewarding role and a career to be proud of where every day you will go home knowing you made a positive difference to the lives of older people. Plus, much more
In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a lot more:
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave.
* Life assurance.
* A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases.
* Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications.
* Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
* Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice.
* Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support.
* Access to wellbeing resources.
* Recommend a friend scheme.
* Family friendly policies.
* Long service awards.
* Free uniform and DBS check.
* Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.
About the role
As a Cook at MHA you will be responsible for managing the efficiency, hygiene and safety in the catering area, organising and supervising other staff working in the kitchen whilst maintaining the correct HACCP principals in all catering areas and ensuring all legislative standards are met. You will be preparing, cooking and serving meals for residents on a daily basis, respecting residents rights to privacy, dignity and choice. You will be required to plan menus to provide nutritionally balanced and attractive meals and when necessary, providing for any special diets. You will take stock of ingredients and create new recipes to keep the menu fresh
An experienced caterer is required, with good planning, budget and stock control abilities. Taking stock of ingredients and creating new recipes to keep the menu fresh
About the home
Stones Place care home in Lincoln
Stones Place is a charming country manor house, lovingly converted to provide high quality residential care for up to 42 residents in beautiful, ensuite accommodation. Set within tranquil woodlands near Hartsholme Lake, and just a short trip from Lincoln Cathedral and town centre, Stones Place offers an ideal blend of relaxation and convenience.
With a compassionate team available 24/7, we ensure every resident receives the personalised care they need, respecting their independence while offering peace of mind. Our dedicated team takes time to understand each individual, providing a warm, person centred approach tailored to personal needs and preferences.
For those seeking a short term stay, we also offer respite care. Residents enjoy a lively calendar of activities and events designed for both social and personal enrichment, so there is always something engaging and enjoyable to do. At Stones Place, we are dedicated to creating a supportive community where you can thrive in comfort and companionship.
For more information about the home, please click here
About you
* You will hold excellent communication and people skills and have the ability to work under pressure whilst using your creativity in preparing meals.
* You will be able to think about everything at once, and to understand and know what each section of the kitchen is working on is a skill in itself
* You will be working in the home of the individuals you are cooking for, allowing you to get to know their likes and dislikes.
* You must have the ability to cook to budgets.
* You need to be able to maintain a positive working environment and motivate the kitchen team to deliver excellent results.